I am a big believer in an Ayurvedic diet for good digestion and to enhance overall health. The ancient Indian health practice works wonders for children too!

Ayurveda translates to “Science of Life” and incorporates aromatherapy, diet, herbal medicine, acupuncture, yoga, massage, meditation and balancing of energies.

Ayurveda uses your “dosha” as a guide to what foods and rituals suit your body.

Below is a simple, kid friendly shortbread recipe which is suitable for all doshas (tridoshic) making for happy taste buds and tummies

Makes approx. 15 cookies
Preparation/ Cooking time: 20min

INGREDIENTS:
Dry-
1 cup of flour of choice (I like to use a combo of buckwheat and teff flour)
5 tbsp Organic Coconut Sugar OR ½ cup of rice malt syrup for low fructose
3 tsp Dried Ginger Powder
Wet-
1/2 cup melted Ghee
1/4 tsp Bi-Carb Soda dissolved in a little boiled water

METHOD:
Pre-heat oven to 150 degrees
Mix all dry ingredients
Add the wet ingredients and massage together with your hands into a soft cookie dough
Add more flour or water to create a doughy consistency
Roll dough into small walnut size balls
Place on baking paper on a baking tray 2cm apart and slightly flatten with a fork
Place in the hot oven and cook for 10-15 minutes or until brown
They may still be soft, but will harden upon cooling
Enjoy with a cup of chai